Echocardiography Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Professor Ulusoy is a Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology. He performs advanced echocardiography at Central Hospital to diagnose complex heart conditions.

• Specializes in transesophageal echocardiography for detailed heart valve imaging
• Expert in stress echocardiography to evaluate heart function under physical strain
• Monitors heart health in cancer patients during oncology treatments
• Published over 125 scientific papers with more than 1,400 citations
• Trained at leading medical institutions in Turkey and the USA

Dr. David Mishaali is the Director of Pediatric and Congenital Cardiothoracic Surgery at Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in treating infants and children with high-risk heart anomalies. Dr. Mishaali developed a unique minimally invasive surgical approach for congenital heart defects. He works at Sheba Medical Center, a hospital ranked among the world’s top 10.

• Completed fellowships at the Cleveland Clinic and UCSF in the USA.
• Treats rare newborn conditions requiring complex cardiac reconstruction.
• Uses minimally invasive methods to reduce trauma and improve cosmetic results.
• Senior Lecturer and author of numerous peer-reviewed papers on cardiac surgery.

Dr. Gabriel Crasmariu is an interventional cardiologist at Ponderas Academic Hospital in Bucharest. He performs complex minimally invasive procedures such as TAVI and renal denervation. Dr. Crasmariu specializes in angioplasty with stent placement for coronary and peripheral artery disease. He is a member of the Romanian and European Societies of Cardiology.

• Performs coronary angiography and carotid artery stenting.
• Treats hypertension, atherosclerosis, and post-infarction complications.
• Collaborates on multidisciplinary teams for patients needing cardiac surgery.
• Works at JCI-accredited Ponderas Academic Hospital, a center for robotic surgery.

Dr. Francisco Javier Alzueta Rodriguez is a cardiologist at Quirónsalud Marbella. He specializes in cardiac arrhythmia, pacemaker implantation, and catheter ablation. Dr. Alzueta Rodriguez has written over 100 scientific publications and 23 books. He also serves as a Senior Lecturer at Malaga University. He previously coordinated the implantable defibrillator team for the Spanish Cardiology Society.

• Performs complex procedures including cryoablation and radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping.
• Treats conditions such as atrial fibrillation, coronary artery disease, and hypertension.
• Maintains membership in the European Society of Cardiology and the European Heart Rhythm Association.
• Works at JCI-accredited Quirónsalud Marbella, part of Spain's largest private hospital group.

Dr. Nivit Karla is an interventional cardiologist and cardiac surgeon at PrimeCare Bkk in Bangkok. He specializes in minimally invasive heart procedures and bypass surgery. Dr. Karla trained at Siriraj Medical School and Rajavithi Hospital. He provides bilingual care in English and Thai for adult and pediatric heart conditions.

• Performs coronary angiography, angioplasty, and cardiac valve plastic surgery.
• Treats complex cases using radiofrequency ablation and heart cryoablation.
• Offers stem cell therapy for heart failure and pulmonary hypertension.
• Conducts heart check-ups and diagnostic imaging at a multi-specialty medical center.

Dr. José Ángel Cabrera Rodríguez is the Head of Cardiology at Quironsalud Madrid. He specializes in arrhythmia, heart rhythm disorders, and cardiac electrophysiology. Dr. Cabrera trained at the Royal Brompton’s National Heart and Lung Institute in London. He leads the Department of Clinical and Fundamental Translational Cardiology at the European University of Madrid.

• Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology (FESC).
• Former Director of the Heart Rhythm Society Fellowship Program.
• Treats complex conditions like atrial fibrillation and dilated cardiomyopathy.
• Performs radiofrequency ablation and cardiac valve plastic surgery.

Dr. Armin Sause is the Chief Physician of Cardiology at Helios University Hospital Wuppertal. He specializing in cardiac rhythmology and complex electrophysiology. Dr. Sause holds European certifications in electrophysiology. He uses 3D mapping and modern technologies for heart rhythm treatment. His team follows evidence-based protocols at this leading German heart center.

• Performs radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping and cryoablation for arrhythmias.
• Treats atrial fibrillation, chronic heart failure, and post-infarction rhythm issues.
• Expert in pacemaker and ICD implantation and interventional cardiology diagnostics.
• Leads a department certified for rhythm treatment at a major research hospital.

Dr. Min Jeong Kim leads cardiology at Incheon Sejong Hospital. She uses echocardiography to evaluate heart failure and coronary artery disease.

• Earned a PhD from Seoul National University College of Medicine
• Specializes in interventional cardiology and preventive heart care
• Performs coronary angiography to check for blocked arteries
• Expert in risk stratification to predict future heart events
• Integrates imaging and interventional services for better outcomes

Professor Byung Hee Oh is a distinguished cardiologist at Incheon Sejong Hospital. He previously served as the President of the Korean Society of Cardiology.

• Specializes in heart failure and coronary artery disease using precise echocardiography evaluation
• Served as Director of the Cardiovascular Center at Seoul National University
• Authored hundreds of peer-reviewed publications in major international medical journals
• Received prestigious national honors for medical excellence and leadership in Korea
• Former Head of the Division of Cardiology at top university hospitals

Dr. Kyung Hee Kim leads the Heart Transplantation Center and is Head of Cardiology at Sejong Hospital. She uses echocardiography for evaluating advanced heart failure and heart transplant suitability.

• Earned Master's and Doctoral degrees from Seoul National University College of Medicine
• Completed a research fellowship at the world-renowned Mayo Clinic
• Director of the Heart Transplantation Center – manages complex heart failure and transplants
• Appointed to the American Heart Association's Clinical Cardiology Membership Committee
• Specializes in evaluating genetic heart disorders and adult congenital heart disease

Professor Lang graduated with the highest academic honors in Austria. She is a cardiologist and university professor at the Medical University of Vienna.

• Performs echocardiography to assess heart valves and blood flow patterns
• Specializes in hemodynamics – the study of how blood moves through vessels
• Pioneered a method in Austria for dilating narrowed pulmonary vessels
• Uses catheter laboratory technology to measure vascular resistance
• Uses research labs to study atherosclerosis and chronic vascular blockages

Dr. Gokhan Albayrak is a cardiovascular surgeon at Medicalpoint International Hospital in Izmir. He specializes in aortic, heart valve, and coronary surgery. Dr. Albayrak is a member of the Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery. He works at a JCI-accredited facility equipped with a specialized robotic surgery center.

• Performs complex procedures like TAVI and coronary artery bypass grafting.
• Treats conditions including aortic valve insufficiency and mitral valve prolapse.
• Published research on biventricular assist device modifications and intimal hyperplasia.
• Member of the National Society for Vascular Surgery.

Dr. Wissarut Sakulpaptong is a board-certified cardiologist at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital. He specializes in advanced echocardiography, including strain analysis and 3D studies. Dr. Sakulpaptong won a national echocardiography prize from the Heart Association of Thailand. He treats complex conditions like pulmonary hypertension and coronary artery disease.

• Specializes in transesophageal, stress, and congenital heart disease imaging.
• Served as Chief Fellow and Chief Resident at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital.
• Developed clinical care pathways for NSTEMI and a home-visit warfarin program.
• Contributed to Thailand’s national clinical practice guidelines for migraine management.

Dr. Ertuğrul Ercan is a Professor of Cardiology at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He specializes in interventional cardiology, atherosclerosis, and stem cell therapy. Dr. Ercan trained at the Cleveland Clinic and in Melbourne. He holds the European Cardiologist Diploma.

• Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology.
• Member of the European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions.
• Former Head of Cardiology and Dean at Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University.
• Treats complex valve diseases, coronary artery disease, and arrhythmia.

Dr. Mustafa Dogdus is a cardiologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital in İzmir. He specializes in heart failure, coronary artery disease, and structural heart conditions. He is an expert in interventional procedures like ASD, PDA, and VSD closure. Dr. Dogdus treats complex arrhythmias using EPS-ablation and ICD-CRT-D implantation.

• Member of the European Society of Cardiology since 2015.
• Performs percutaneous coronary and peripheral interventions.
• Treats hypertension, atherosclerosis, and dilated cardiomyopathy.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital with ISO and TEMOS certifications.

Dr. Humayun Kakar is a cardiologist at Medicalpoint International Hospital in Turkey. He recently completed specialized training in heart failure at the University of Zurich. Dr. Kakar treats complex conditions like atrial fibrillation, atherosclerosis, and pulmonary hypertension. He works at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for its cardiovascular department.

• Member of the American College of Cardiology and the European Society of Cardiology.
• Completed a cardiology residency at the İzmir Dokuz Eylül University.
• Holds membership in the European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions.
• Active member of the national Turkish Society of Cardiology.

Dr. Cagdas Erdogan is an Associate Professor and gastroenterologist at Istinye University Liv Hospital Topkapi. He specializes in therapeutic endoscopy and inflammatory bowel disease. Dr. Erdogan has authored 40 publications in journals like Scientific Reports and Endoscopy. He treats complex conditions such as Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and liver cirrhosis.

• Performs specialized procedures including ERCP, EUS, EMR, and peroral endoscopic myotomy.
• Treats gastrointestinal conditions using techniques like endoscopic submucosal dissection.
• Uses double-balloon enteroscopy for diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.
• Applies stem cell therapy for patients with liver cirrhosis and ulcerative colitis.

Dr. Ahn Taehun is a cardiologist (MD, PhD) and Director of a Cardiovascular Center. He specializes in coronary artery disease, including angina and myocardial infarction. He also treats hypertension, heart valve disease, heart failure, and hyperlipidemia. His expertise includes interventional cardiology, echocardiography, and cardiovascular imaging. He also manages atherosclerosis, arterial occlusive disease, dilated cardiomyopathy, and myocarditis.

He has held several leadership roles. He served as Chairman of the Board of the Korean Society of Interventional Cardiology (KSIC) and President of the Korean Society of Cardiology (KSC). He was Finance Director of the KSC. He led the Korean Vascular Intervention Society (KVIS) and the Korean Cardiovascular Complications Committee (KCCC) as President. He also chaired the Organizing Committee for ENCORE SEOUL (Endovascular & Coronary Revascularization).